Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan

06/19/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour the histories, cultures, languages, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.

06/18/2026

Join students, staff, and faculty for a delightful pancake breakfast before we walk over to the pride parade. Pride swag will be available. EVERYONE is welcome!
Register at link in bio.

06/17/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, which recognizes and celebrates the history and diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

Join our campus community at these events celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day:

📍Rock Your Roots
Friday, June 19, 2026
Victoria Park, Saskatoon, 10:30 AM

📍Métis Nation - Saskatchewan: Free Community BBQ
Friday, June 19, 2026
Victoria Park, Saskatoon, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Wanuskewin National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations
Saturday, June 21, 2026, Wanuskewin, 10 AM – 4 PM

📍Remai Modern: National Indigenous Peoples Day Screening: Powwow People (with Sky Hopinka)
Friday, June 19, 2026
Remai Modern, Saskatoon, 7 PM

🔗Resources
https://medicine.usask.ca/news/2026/national-indigenous-peoples-day.php
https://spotlight.usask.ca/
Division of Social Accountability - U of S

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Tracey Carr, CH&E assistant professor, on receiving a Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation - SHRF Align Grant!

We proudly announce Tracey Carr and Michael MacFadden at Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan and St. Paul's Hospital & Foundation - Saskatoon as one of our Align Grant recipients!

Read about the project at https://www.shrf.ca/post/2026-27-align-call-1-results

Saskatchewan Health Authority
Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Saskatchewan Centre for Patient-Oriented Research - SCPOR

06/04/2026

Congratulations to our MSc students, PhD candidates, and Global Health Certificate students who are celebrating their successes at convocation today! We are so proud of your accomplishments!

06/03/2026

As we recognize National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month in June, we’re reminded of the rich diversity in our communities and that culturally safe, inclusive care begins with awareness. As summer begins to unfold, consider small ways to reflect, connect and bring meaning to your work.

Pride Month events: https://ow.ly/4IP150YZPZt
Indigenous History Month events: https://ow.ly/HYfb50YZPZx

06/02/2026

Are you a researcher facilitating community-based research? We are looking for participants to take part in a discussion for a study on Decolonize, Empower, Thrive: Indigenous Community Ethics in Action on June 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the GSA.

As a participant in this study, you would be asked to join group discussions to share your perspectives and experiences on research ethics and community-based research. Your participation would involve one session lasting approximately 60-90 minutes, plus a short voluntary survey that would take about 15-20 minutes, offered either in person or online.

Tea, coffee and snacks will be available.

For more information or to volunteer for this study, please contact Dr. Cari Mcllduff at [email protected]

06/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to all students graduating this week from our biomedical sciences, doctor of medicine, physical therapy, health sciences, and community and population health programs. 🎓

We’re incredibly proud of all your hard work and excited to see where your journey takes you next.

05/26/2026

Interested in rural, remote, and agricultural health and safety? Join us at our Rooted in Community Gathering on Monday, June 15th! This free event features breakout sessions, keynote speakers, and resource booths. Share your voice, connect, and make an impact. Register today!

05/22/2026

Join us for a morning of thought‑provoking presentations that examine emerging perspectives in medicine, integrative health, and wellness. The Highlights in Medicine Lectureship Series is 1 month away!

June 20 | Everyone welcome | Virtual or In-person

To learn more and to register, go to https://ow.ly/lhzE50YZQQl.